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Let\u2019s be real\u2014sometimes the best part of a meal isn\u2019t the main dish itself\u2026 it\u2019s what you drizzle on top. And that\u2019s exactly where Salsa Macha steps in. This bold, smoky, nutty salsa is a staple in Mexican cooking, and once you make it at home, you\u2019ll wonder how your grill sessions ever went without it. <\/p>\n

Made with a blend of dried chiles, toasted garlic cloves, peanuts, and sesame seeds all simmered in hot oil, it\u2019s like Mexico\u2019s answer to Asian chili crisp\u2014but with more attitude.<\/p>\n

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In this recipe, we\u2019re layering it over steak and eggs with crispy golden potatoes for a flavor-packed skillet that\u2019s perfect for Cinco de Mayo, brunch with a kick, or any weekend where you want to cook something a little different. At the same time, make no mistake\u2014this post is all about the Salsa Macha. The rest? Just an excuse to spoon more of it onto your plate.<\/p>\n

This whole meal is cooked over one of my favorite grills, the Breeo Y Series<\/a>. This smoke-less fire pit is so many things all wrapped into one. A fire-pit turned grill, thanks to The Outpost<\/a> attachment, means that cooking this meal is easy and enjoying it by the fire is even easier!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Why You\u2019ll Love Salsa Macha<\/h2>\n

Salsa Macha isn\u2019t your typical tomato-based salsa\u2014this one\u2019s built on flavor, texture, and heat. First, you get crunchy bits of garlic, nutty richness from toasted seeds and raw peanuts, and a smoky backbone from a blend of guajillo chiles and chile de \u00e1rbol. Then, it\u2019s all soaked in a rich chile oil that\u2019s just as good drizzled over tacos as it is spooned onto avocado toast or roasted sweet potatoes.<\/p>\n

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Even better, this version leans into that signature sweet heat, with a touch of sugar and apple cider vinegar to balance the spice. And the best part? You control the spice level. Want it fiery? Toss in more arbol chiles. Prefer a gentler burn? Cut it back and let the oil do its thing.<\/p>\n

Not only is it versatile, but it also stores beautifully. Just keep a small jar in the fridge, and you\u2019ve got instant flavor ready to go for whatever you\u2019re cooking next.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re looking for more reasons to drizzle that Salsa Macha on everything, check out my Best Breakfast Skillets<\/a><\/strong>\u2014made for that kind of heat. Honestly, I could even see it leveling up one of my Best Salmon Recipes<\/a><\/strong>. The sweet heat and smoky crunch? Game changer.<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Let\u2019s break it down into two parts: the Salsa Macha, and then the Steak & Eggs skillet that makes it shine.<\/p>\n